University students graduate
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- Created on Friday, 21 September 2012 11:51
The sun shone on Dartington Hall recently for a magnificent day of celebration as over 200 of South Devon College’s university students graduated at three magnificent ceremonies in the Great Hall, watched by their friends, families and guests.
The students were awarded their Foundation Degrees and professional awards by David Coslett, Deputy Vice-Chancellor of Plymouth University. Plymouth University awards all the degrees delivered at the College.
Professor David Coslett, Deputy Vice-Chancellor of Plymouth University, said of the day
“The graduation ceremonies were real celebrations of the fantastic achievements of the students at South Devon College. It was just the great setting at Dartington Hall, it was the confidence and energy of those graduating which made the occasion. It was a proud day for their families, College staff and Plymouth University.”
Students graduated in Animal Science, Business, Building Services Engineering, Combined Studies, Computing, Construction, Creative Digital Media, Early Years Care & Education, Engineering, Events & Conference Management, Exercise Science & Fitness, Healthcare Practice, Law, Outdoor Education, Performance Practice and Events Management, 3D Design (Contemporary Craft and Interior Design), Tourism & Hospitality Management, Visual Studies, Yacht Operations, Young People & Community Services, PGCE, Teaching in the Lifelong Learning Sector and CMI.
The UPC (Academic Partnership Colleges) Student Award was awarded to Computing student, Daniel Horsey from Torquay. Dr Ross Pomeroy, Faculty Partnership Manager, Academic Partnerships at Plymouth University, told the audience about Daniel’s progress through the College, starting at Level 1 with a plumbing course, and, through hard work and commitment over 5 years, has now gained a Foundation Degree in Computing with Distinction. Daniel will be progressing to Plymouth University to top up to Honours level and is well placed to gain a first class degree. He hopes to go on to Masters Level after his undergraduate degree.
The new graduates had a fantastic day in the sunshine being photographed in their academic dress of gowns, caps and hoods by their friend and families. They also met up again with their fellow students from the courses and compared notes on what they are planning to do next. It was a very happy occasion celebrating the achievements of the graduates in the magnificent surroundings of Dartington Hall. Dartington Hall Trust is based on a 1,200 acres (4.9 km2) estate near Dartington and Totnes. The medieval ‘Great Hall’, which was the scene for the Graduation ceremonies, was built between 1388 and 1400 for John Holand, Earl of Huntingdon, half-brother to Richard II.
“We are really proud of all of our students and their achievements and it is always so great to see students’ families and friends joining in celebrating their successes too,” said College Principal Stephen Criddle, “Dartington Hall Trust offers an outstanding venue for our graduating higher education students and apprentices.”
South Devon College still has some places available on Foundation Degrees starting later this month.
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For Foundation Degrees in Yacht Operations, Biosciences, Engineering, Construction, Events Management and Tourism & Hospitality Management degrees, fee waivers of £3000 in the first year are available for eligible students through the National Scholarship Programme.
